Season 1 of Workin' Moms is a crucial piece of television for any parent—or anyone wanting to understand the hidden struggles of modern motherhood. It’s a validation that it’s okay to not be okay, that loving your child doesn't mean loving every minute of motherhood, and that sometimes, all you can do is laugh to keep from crying.
Upon its release on CBC (and its subsequent international debut on Netflix), Workin' Moms Season 1 received widespread acclaim. Critics praised Catherine Reitman’s sharp writing and the cast's chemistry.
Kate faces systemic sexism and ageism. She is forced to compete against a younger, childless male colleague for a major promotion. Workin- Moms - Season 1
The show went on to have five more successful seasons, winning numerous Canadian Screen Awards and a passionate global fandom. But the magic of Season 1 is that it feels like a discovery. It is raw, unpolished, and dangerous. Later seasons became more polished and sitcom-y, but Season 1 retains the jagged edge of a woman screaming into a pillow because she hasn’t slept in 72 hours.
Kate returns to her PR firm; Frankie experiences postpartum disorder. Season 1 of Workin' Moms is a crucial
The core idea is simple: what happens when the baby arrives and your life doesn't stop, but instead becomes a dizzying carousel of leaking breasts, sleep deprivation, post-partum depression, office politics, and the desperate attempt to remember who you were before you could recite every Baby Shark lyric?
The series is inspired by the personal experiences of its creator, Catherine Reitman , who described the characters as facets of her own "highly flawed" self. 2. Meet the Moms of Season 1 Critics praised Catherine Reitman’s sharp writing and the
Workin' Moms Season 1 succeeded because it was a breath of fresh air in 2017, and its impact has only grown. It provided a space for mothers to laugh at the absurdities of their situation while feeling seen in their struggles. By highlighting that it is impossible to "have it all" without making sacrifices, it offered a relatable, comforting, and intensely funny perspective on the toughest job in the world.
Anne is Kate’s blunt, no-nonsense best friend and a licensed psychiatrist. She treats her patients with razor-sharp insight but struggles to manage her own life. Anne is dealing with a rebellious nine-year-old daughter, a supportive but sometimes clueless husband (Lionel), and a shocking, unplanned second pregnancy just as she is trying to rebuild her private practice. Jenny Matthews (Jessalyn Wanlim)
The season centers on four distinct women, each facing a unique hurdle: